The effect of initial metal concentration and exposure time on the ability of Salvinia minima (Salviniaceae) to absorb lead (Pb) from contaminated water

• Main Authors: Jumagdao, Jay Angelo A., Tuazon, Inna Katreena L.
• Format: text
• Language: English
• Published: Animo Repository 2015
• Subjects: Salvinia—Effect of heavy metals on; Lead—Physiological effect; Biology
• Online Access: https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/5506
• Institution: De La Salle University

Over the years, progressive anthropogenic activities have resulted in the increased contamination of the environment with toxic heavy metals, which pose a serious threat to human health. In response to this pressing issue, phytoremediation has become an emerging alternative to conventional engineeri...